In July, Laos recorded sixty road deaths.

[ASEAN NOW]

 

Despite covid bans and lockdown measures in place throughout multiple areas, Laos recorded 60 road deaths in July.

 

According to a report by Lao Youth Radio, the number of traffic accidents and deaths across the country increased in July compared to June numbers.

 

According to the Traffic Police Department, which is part of the Ministry of Public Security, there were more traffic accidents in July than in prior months this year.

 

Despite numerous regions being under lockdown, 60 individuals were murdered in road accidents in July across the country, with 428 accidents documented.

 

According to the study, there were 102 traffic accidents in June, with 642 people injured and 726 vehicles destroyed.

 

Despite the lockdown, the capital of Vientiane saw the most traffic accidents, followed by the provinces of Savannakhet and Champasak.

 

Speeding, intoxicated driving, drivers abruptly changing directions, and general traffic violations are the leading causes of road accidents in Laos.

 

The majority of accidents happen on weekends, between 6:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m., and involve people aged 16 to 30.

 

In June, 37 people were killed in road accidents, with 326 incidents, 429 injuries, and 563 vehicles damaged, costing the Lao economy roughly LAK 4.2 billion.